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Sjo_m

Sjo_m

Joined December 2016

🇬🇧 Adore getting completely and utterly absorbed in a good book... you can also find me on Goodreads @sjo_m
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The Key | Kathryn Hughes
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Having read ‘The Letter‘ I‘m so excited to be able to start reading this! 🙌

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Murder at the Book Club | Betsy Reavley
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Mehso-so

A good plot but I struggled with the the writing style and flow.

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90% read and am battling between finishing it but not wanting too coz I‘m enjoying it too much!! #GreatBook #LoveHerWritting

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Torment | Lauren Kate
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Having just finished Fallen (in one day!), I know need to know MORE!!

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Fallen | Lauren Kate
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Was looking for an easy read, with an interesting story and this was exactly what I got! So much better than the movie (isn't that always?!) and I get so much more about the relationships having read this! Enjoyed so much I have just downloaded the 2nd on kindle and am about to dive straight in!!

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Fallen | Lauren Kate
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Stumbled across the movie on Netflix by chance - story wholly grabbed my attention so bought the book knowing I'm gonna be reading the series back to back!!!

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I thoroughly enjoyed this audio book! The author reading this made such a difference and I loved the continuous references to Alvin and the Chipmonks! This will definitely be played over and over!

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Listening to this via audible whilst updating my planner - #Bliss !

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Pickpick

I enjoyed the perspective of this book and found the concept of people no longer liking being told no etc particularly interesting. This was an audible book and I will definitely be listening to this again!

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The perfect audible book to listen to at work today...managed to listen to a good couple of hours!!

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No matter how many times I read this book, I always find something new to make me enjoy it just a little bit more!

Lmstraubie Definitely!! 7y
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A quick 15 mins whilst settling to sleep! 😴

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So glad I picked this book to get back into the swim of reading before bed....just wish I had more time to read as this story has me hooked!!

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Day 01 of getting back into my reading routine and started this....think I'm going to enjoy this and I'm only 23 pages in!!

Lmstraubie Welcome back! 7y
Sjo_m @Lmstraubie aw thanks lovely - am enjoying getting back into reading!! Hope all's good your end!! x 7y
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Not even into chapter one and already found this great quote!

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I visited the Harry Potter Studios yesterday and managed to stop by Diagon Ally and read yesterday's #hpchapteraday challenge chapter! #MagicalPlace

Beckys_Books I'm jealous! And WAY behind in my chapters. 8y
Lmstraubie So, so 😎 8y
Sjo_m @Beckys_Books I know that feeling! Knowing I was going helped me get back on track! 8y
Sjo_m @Lmstraubie hehe thanks lovely! ☺ 8y
Cosyreader Love it there! 8y
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Spook Street | Mick Herron
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Catching up with Lamb, Rivers and co before bed...! #LoveaGoodBook

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This week's been crazy busy, but my one saving grace is diving into my favourite of the HP books as part of the #hpchapteraday challenge! 💕

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Good Me, Bad Me | Ali Land
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My S.I.L is amazing...she brought me these great 👀 big reads, including some advanced reader copies! So excited to get stuck into them! #BookHaul #ARC #BookStack #TBR 💕

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Spook Street | Mick Herron
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My first ever #ARC (so excited!) ....whilst I haven't had much time today to sink my teeth into this book, I must admit the first few chapters have pulled me in completely!! Such a shame I won't be able to sit down and have some quality reading time until Thursday at the earliest!

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Spook Street | Mick Herron
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Making a start on a new book before going to sleep...! The synopsis sounds like my cuppa tea so here I go...! Loved making the most of this weekend to take part in #LitsyPartyOfOne 🙌

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The Thirteen Problems | Agatha Christie
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Another Agatha Christie novel read in a weekend! This book, rather than have one story and mystery to solve, was made up of many short stories...not what I'm used to (& I guest none of them correctly!) but I enjoyed nevertheless!

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#audioworking and #audiohouseworking I'm embarrassed to say I thought this was a children's book, I had no idea this was about Hitler's time and concentration camps...a bit of a shock for me this morning!

Lmstraubie My boys read it in middle school. Very powerful. 8y
Sjo_m @Lmstraubie It sure is, I'm not sure how I'd have coped reading or listening to the story when I was younger! I'm glad I bought it and am reading it...though It'll teach me for assuming and not checking a book's synopsis first! 8y
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Taking five minutes to sneak back to diagonal alley for #hpchapteraday #chapter5 Today's theme is ADOPTION. #HappySundayAll 💕

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The Night Circus | Erin Morgenstern
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For those in the U.K. Who have yet to read this book - it is the Audible Daily Deal today (12.02.2017)....I thoroughly enjoyed this book - it's definitely worth the Qa.99 offer!

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The Thirteen Problems | Agatha Christie
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Continuing #LitsyPartyOfOne on a Saturday night....tucked up in bed and slipping into a new Miss Marple story - bliss!

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All the books I've read so far in 2017...I love reading but in recent years I've not made time to sit and read - I'm definitely changing this and now making a habit to read often! Thank goodness for Litsy and Goodreads a I've found so many lovely people who have introduced me to some fabulous reads! ☺🙌

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The Thirteen Problems | Agatha Christie
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Continuing my #LitsyPartyOfOne ...next up is the second Miss Marple story...I am really enjoying Agatha Christie's novels and been itching to read this!! #HappySaturdayAll 💕

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Wow! What a book! A gripping thriller, dark in places & yet even then I couldn't put this book down!

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After a crazy, busy week, I needed to read something light-hearted....and this was perfect!! So many snippets I could related too, causing me to chuckle - it appears I'm more British than I'd have thought!!

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Grimm's Fairy Tales | Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm
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Getting a quick chapter in on @SerialReader - really enjoying it! #LitsyPartyOfOne

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Every single time!!!

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Work's been one heck of a week so I'm hoping this will bring some light-hearted relief!! #HappyFriday #LitsyPartyOfOne

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About to read chapter 3 of my favourite HP book as part of the #hpchapteraday challenge! Love a chilled weekend!! #Litsypartyofone

TheLondonBookworm Mmmm that's my fave too :) 8y
Lmstraubie Another great cover! 8y
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Somehow in the last few days I've missed a chapter...then I tried to catch up - which saw me confused and I've ended up finishing the book ☺ this previously was my least favourite book of the set, however, reading it again as part of the #hpchapteraday challenge I've thoroughly enjoyed it and knowing how the rest of the books go, I've spotted clues I'd previously missed! Now to wait patiently to start book 3!!

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Grimm's Fairy Tales | Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm
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Just finished another chapter using @SerialReader - not a bad way to start my day! Am going to make the most of a quiet day, cwtch up on my sofa with a blanket and escape into some books!! #HappySundayAll 💕

Lmstraubie A perfect way to spend the day! Enjoy! 8y
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Grimm's Fairy Tales | Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm

Up to date with the latest chapter from @SerialReader - I can get used to reading a chapter a day!!

Rachbb3 I love serial reader! 8y
Sjo_m @Rachbb3 I'm still struggling to remember to log in each day, but I love it when I do and think it's a great way to read, especially when time is against you!! 8y
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Legacy | James Kerr
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Another bonus for being up at this time is seeing the new daily audible deal before going to sleep...I cannot wait to start listening to this one!! #SelfDevelopment #SelfGrowth

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It may be 1am but it's never too late to catch up with a little #hpchapteraday !!

Lmstraubie I like that cover. I haven't seen this one yet. 8y
Sjo_m @Lmstraubie it's a bit different to others I've seen! I'm not sure how old it is but I think it may have been one of the first designs when it was released in paperback (but I could be wrong)! Have you seen the new house designs which will be released in June to celebrate the 20th anniversary?!? They are gorgeous and I'm definitely going to be treating myself to them!! x 8y
Lmstraubie Someone posted one here & it was spectacular! I just bought the set that makes the picture of Hogwarts when all the books are together. Not sure what I'll do about these new ones...😆 8y
Sjo_m @Lmstraubie ooooh I've not seen that set!! I bet that looks simply stunning on your bookshelf! Will have to keep an eye out for that set!!x 8y
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Reading this on my kindle.....39% read and am a little confused by the various threads but excited as you know they'll all link up (I hope) soon!!

Bookladylinda I like this cover!! 8y
Sjo_m @Bookladylinda me too - it's eye-catching and a little sinister!! 8y
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The Bitter Season | Tami Hoag
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It's not very often I buy physical books these days as I have no bookcase to house them, however, I treated myself to these two...can't wait to delve into them!! #BookHaul #TBR

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Next up...!

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Hard Wired | J B Turner
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First book finished in February! This is the third in the series and even though I'm a big fan of getting to know characters - I'm surprised by how much I like Reznick and Meyerstein!! Enjoyed the main theme of the book, although there were less twists in this one and I still read it in 24 hours!! Hope there's a fourth book due!

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Scrappy Little Nobody | Anna Kendrick
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I thoroughly enjoyed listening to Anna Kendrick narrate this...she's crazy (in a good way) and such a good story teller! I even chuckled to myself several times whilst in the car! A refreshing Hollywood actress who tells it like it is....and is as normal as the rest of us! Definitely a 4/5 for me!

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Scrappy Little Nobody | Anna Kendrick
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#JanuaryReads...8 books read (a record for me)! 🎧Audiobooks = 2 | 📱Kindle Books = 4 | 📚Print = 2

Lmstraubie Congrats! 👏👊👏👊👏 8y
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Scrappy Little Nobody | Anna Kendrick
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Gym session whilst listening to the last hour of this book....really enjoying Anna's narration!!

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Grimm's Fairy Tales | Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm

Reading a chapter a day on the new @SerialReader app!! Some great novels to choose from too - my kind of reading!

Lmstraubie I keep reading about this. I'm going to have to check it out! 8y
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Hard Wired | J B Turner

Looking forward to reading where Jon Reznick is these days!! Thoroughly enjoyed the first two books so have high expectations for this...!

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The Murder at the Vicarage | Agatha Christie
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What a great read! I suspects didn't even come close! Well written, some great characters and a wonderful way to introduce Miss Marple. If you love murder mysteries (especially those without too much detail on the murder itself i.e. No mention of blood etc!) - this is a must-read!

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#hpchapteraday #challenge. Starting a dreary, rainy Sunday visiting a magical place...was going to say 'safe/happy place' but then remembered what happened in the last chapter! #HappySundayAll 💕

Lmstraubie Enjoy your magical vacation ☺ With all the lousy stuff going on here in the U.S. my books have been my escape & my opportunity to reset. 8y
Sjo_m @lmstraubie I can only imagine! These days, books are often the safest places... 😟 8y
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